Sec. 1009. Report on electrochromic glass
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In this section, the term electrochromic glass means glass that uses electricity to change the light transmittance properties of the glass to heat or cool a structure. Not later than 1 year after the date of enactment of this Act, the Secretary of Energy, in collaboration with the heads of other relevant agencies, shall submit to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources of the Senate and the Committee on Energy and Commerce of the House of Representatives a report that addresses the benefits of electrochromic glass, including the following:
Reductions in energy consumption in commercial buildings, especially peak cooling load reduction and annual energy bill savings. Benefits in the workplace, especially visual comfort and employee health. Benefits of natural light in hospitals for patients and staff, especially accelerated patient healing and recovery time.